Old World Portraits
Portrait of a Young Woman
Unknown Artist
An elegant 18th-century portrait of a young woman captured with quiet dignity and refined textural detail.
Portrait of an Unknown Woman (Peg Woffington)
George Beare
1740 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A striking 18th-century portrait featuring a woman in a luminous pink gown against a dramatic dark backdrop.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Terracotta clay, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted around 1740 by George Beare, this portrait captures a woman historically identified as the celebrated actress Peg Woffington. The work is noted for its masterful rendering of textures, from the delicate lace of her mob cap to the soft sheen of her pink silk dress and the rich fur of her stole. Her direct gaze and the high-contrast lighting create a timeless and sophisticated gallery presence.
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